Brass, silver plating, enamels; 33.4 mm in height, 32.3 mm in width (measured between the extending points of the upper banners); weighs 13.7 g without the screw plate. This is the second version of the badge originally established in 1934. Features two-piece construction (the hexagon nut with the engine locomotive and stylized hammer and sickle is a separate, superimposed part), stamped serial number, and small flagpole top. Unlike the first version of the badge, the front and back portions of the badge are held together by solder without the connecting wires.

In outstanding, ex

Brass, silver plating, enamels; 33.4 mm in height, 32.3 mm in width (measured between the extending points of the upper banners); weighs 13.7 g without the screw plate. This is the second version of the badge originally established in 1934. Features two-piece construction (the hexagon nut with the engine locomotive and stylized hammer and sickle is a separate, superimposed part), stamped serial number, and small flagpole top. Unlike the first version of the badge, the front and back portions of the badge are held together by solder without the connecting wires.

In outstanding, excellent condition, almost unheard of for the Stalin Shock Worker badge of its vintage. The enamel is absolutely perfect and shows a beautiful luster. Almost incredibly, not only the raised details of the artwork are pristine and crisp, but also the fragile silver finish is fully intact on both sides, creating an impression that the badge is made in solid silver. The screw post is full length, approx. 12.5 mm, and includes a scarce original screw plate in bronze- and silver-plated steel with mint logo.

To reiterate, this is a superb piece through and through, almost impossible to find in this condition.

/ Breast Badges of the USSR of the Era of Labor Victories, 1920-1940 p. 80 fig. 99 /
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